[Hank R]

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I was instructed to use the email medhr@state.gov if I had questions but each and every time I have gotten no response over months. I even checked spam. I am interested in talking with a recruiter or current/past medical specialist to get more details into what career paths can lead to become a medical specialist.
After reading the job description and requirement, my main question is this: Can solely a pediatric practice background of over 5 years suffice the “primary care” requirement to be selected for this position?
Thank you in advance.

[Former FSS candidate]

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If you’re not getting an answer from that email address (which I’d guess is in the one in the vacancy announcement), try to contact your Diplomat-in-Residence. Maybe he or she might be able to help.

Since applicants for all foreign service positions far outnumber the actual positions, I doubt there are “recruiters.” At least, I’ve never heard of one, but the DIR might be able to point your to some resources.

But if that’s the big question for you, why don’t you just apply and see what happens? What have you got to lose? I’d suggest tailoring your resume and to focus on the primary care you provided your patients, who just happened to be young ‘uns.

You’ll know fairly quickly if you pass that first qualifier, because once you do, that’s when the USAJobs status turns to “referred.” Once you get past that, it’s all in your writing (QEP) and your ability to relate your past experiences (not just employment) at the OA.

[Hank R]

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Thanks for your reply.
I am currently a PA-student graduating this year and am leaning towards pediatrics, but the big goal is to work in the embassy, so that is my risk that I’m running. I’d hate to work Peds thinking I’d qualify for this position in the coming years just to be told I have no qualifying experience. I appreciate your advice and maybe I’ll start there.
Hopefully anybody reading this knows anything more about this?

[Current Medical Provider]

#16117

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Hi Hank
you will have to demonstrate that you’ve had extensive experience in treating adults (including women’s health) as well as children in order to qualify for the position. Think family practice or ER/urgent care background. If pediatrics is really where you want to work after graduation, go for it! You could always pick up part-time or as-needed hours in an urgent care or family practice-type setting to satisfy the requirement of having adult primary care experience . The vacancy announcement has more information about exactly how much experience you will need to have in order to qualify for the job. Hope that helps and good luck!

[Sharon Galitzer]

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I’m a pediatric physical therapist. I’ve worked with several families in the US who have been relocated to international assignments who have children with special needs. I’m interested in finding out about any remote opportunities to work with families who are stationed abroad.

Dr Sharon Galitzer, PT, DScPT, MD, CIMI
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